Heartland Core Wellness

04/30/2026

Our community plays a central role in our health outcomes. 🏘️
Strong support networks contribute to improved physical and mental health for everyone involved. Wellness is deeply influenced by our connections and our environment. Stay engaged and stay connected.
◦ Call to Action: Join our upcoming community programs!

04/28/2026

Consistent support is a foundation for mental wellness. 🏗️
Structured care, including professional counseling and group support, leads to more stable and positive outcomes over time. Taking that first step toward care is an investment in your future.
◦ Call to Action: Contact us to learn more about local support groups.

04/27/2026

Access to support services improves health outcomes for everyone. 🤝
Community programs and care coordination help individuals navigate complex health systems and reduce barriers to the care they deserve. Connect with the local resources available in your area today.
◦ Call to Action: Message us for support and resource links.

04/26/2026

Recognizing the early signs of mental health challenges is a powerful step toward wellness. 🔍
Changes in your mood, sleep patterns, or energy levels can indicate a need for extra support. Early intervention significantly improves long-term outcomes. Reach out to a provider or your support system today.
◦ Call to Action: Reach out for assistance—we are here to help.

04/25/2026

Stress can impact your physical health during pregnancy. 🌿

Ongoing stress is associated with an increased risk for complications, making stress management a critical part of your routine. Incorporate rest, hydration, and support into your daily life to protect your health.

Share this information with a friend.

04/21/2026

Pause for a moment… how are you really doing this week? Stress, anxiety, and depression can affect how you show up every day, mentally and physically. Checking in with yourself early matters.

How has your mental health been lately?
🥰 All good
😕 Things are off
🆘 Need help now

Save this as a reminder to check in with yourself this week.
If you need someone to talk to, call or text 988.

03/24/2026

🌸 From Birth Stories to Systems: Let’s Talk Maternal Health! 🌸
Join the Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands & Polk Counties, Inc. and Aisha Alayande for a special Lunch and Learn as we dive into what mothers can teach us about building stronger, more equitable maternal health communities.

Whether you’re a provider, a parent or a community advocate, your voice matters in this conversation.
When: Friday, March 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Where: Virtual via Zoom
Host: Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands, and Polk Counties
✨ Registration is required! Secure your spot here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uEUdzZcNTRClmVDMNsP7Dw

03/11/2026

We’re proud to share that our Executive Director, Aisha Alayande, will be the featured speaker for the upcoming Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands & Polk Counties, Inc. Lunch & Learn.

Aisha will present:

“From Birth Stories to Systems: What Mothers Teach Us About Building Stronger Maternal Health Communities.”

Drawing from her work in public health, maternal advocacy and her lived experience as a mother of seven, Aisha will explore how community engagement and maternal voices can strengthen the systems designed to support mothers and families.

📅 March 27, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (EST)
💻 Virtual Webinar

Join the Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands, and Polk Counties for this important conversation about maternal health and community support.

🔗 Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uEUdzZcNTRClmVDMNsP7Dw

Thank you to the Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands and Polk Counties for continuing to create spaces where professionals and community members can learn together.

03/03/2026

This 8-hour course on MPeace River Center partAdventHealth Sebring to recognize the signs of mental health challenges and substance use disorders, respond appropriately, and help connect someone in distress to the support they need.

If you want to be better equipped to support the well-being of those around you, we encourage you to attend.

Register here:
https://www.peacerivercenter.org/mhfa-registration/

Thanks to AdventHealth, we are offering free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training to the public on March 13. MHFA is an 8-hour course that teaches attendees how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. To find out more information and to register for our next free training, head here: https://www.peacerivercenter.org/mhfa-registration/

12/16/2025

U = U means Undetectable = Untransmittable. When a person living with HIV is on treatment and reaches an undetectable viral load, they cannot pass HIV to their sexual partners. This is liberation. This is science. This is protection.
Florida offers free rapid HIV testing in every county and you can even order a free at-home self-test kit.
→ Find a testing site or request a kit: https://floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/infectious-disease-services/hiv-aids
Need to speak with someone privately? Florida HIV/AIDS Hotline (Confidential): 1-800-FLA-AIDS (352-2437). For care & prevention:
PrEP & PEP Info: https://floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/aids/prep

We’re shifting culture together.

11/11/2025

Honoring the veterans who walk among us in Highlands County—the neighbors, family members, and elders whose service protected our nation and strengthened our community.

Many returned home carrying stories, memories, and healing that our communities must hold with care. Today, we honor not only their courage, but their ongoing journey toward wellness, belonging, and peace.

We thank you. We see you. We are committed to supporting the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

🕊️ With gratitude, Heartland Core Wellness.